2000 Toyota Avalon vs. 1989 Holden Apollo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Apollo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Apollo would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1989 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 335 kg more than 1989 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avalon | 1989 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Toyota | Holden |
| Model | Avalon | Apollo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
